Guesthouses, hotels and resorts

Ko Sukorn

Sukorn’s few places to stay seemed a bit pressed for business on our most recent visit. The long-running Sukorn Beach Bungalows had been bought out, three tiny bungalow joints inland or to the west had closed down, and another old place that seemed barely open had changed its name. The tight competition does mean that haggling for a discount is possible, especially for extended stays outside of peak season.

Comfy but with some kinks

Haad Lo Yai, Ko Sukorn
T: (089) 647 5550;

Formerly the reputable Sukorn Beach Bungalows, the island’s largest resort was bought out by a group from Trat province in 2014 and appears to be expanding. Next to the island’s only swimming ... Read the full review of Yataa Resort.

Laid-back hideaway

117 Moo 1, Ko Sukorn
T: (089) 724 2326; F: (075) 224 985

Overlooking a breezy lawn that opens onto a pair of private beaches separated by a leafy outcrop, Sukorn Cabana was looking as spiffy as ever on our most recent visit. Generously sized log cabins ... Read the full review of Sukorn Cabana Resort.

Ticks all the right boxes

Haad Lo Yai, Ko Sukorn
T: (075) 218 990;

This long-running resort has a small collection of yellow-and-white concrete bungalows with tin roofs and small porches facing the beach. A lawn shaded by abundant palms is outfitted with a few ... Read the full review of Sukorn Andaman Resort.

If you want to stay in the village

7/10 Baan Saimai, Ko Sukorn
T: (086) 944 7836;

Smack in the heart of the village and within easy walking distance of the pier, Fareedar doesn’t look like much from the outside. If you can look past the garage-door entrance, the bright pink, ... Read the full review of Fareedar Homestay.

Cheapest bungalows around

Haad Lo Yai, Ko Sukorn
T: (083) 637 1241;

Alternately known as Sukorn Island Resort (that’s what the sign said, at least), this place appeared closed at first glance. The restaurant was dusty and unstaffed, the grounds were unkempt, a few ... Read the full review of Koh Sukorn Resort.